Sermons on The Message Of Christ:

The Mandate For Marriage

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on May 20, 2012

A defense of traditional marriage.

“The Mandate for Marriage” Scripture Reading Hebrews 13:4 “Marriage is honourable in all, and the bed undefiled: but whoremongers and adulterers God will judge.” ********** I. The Truth about the Marriage Mandate a. It’s source – What is the truth ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:4

Denomination: Baptist

God's Grace In The Ups And Downs Of Life Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on May 26, 2012

Throughout our lives, we encounter both triumphs and tragedies. Victories and struggles. In all of them, God’s grace is constant, as we will see through the child God gives Sarah, the comfort God gives Abraham, the water God gives Hagar, and the Salvatio

Events can change IN A MOMENT. Our emotions can go from the top of the world to the bottom of the barrel in flash of time. The year was 1986. By now, the launch of the Space Shuttle was news but not like it was during the first few launches. This launch was different because for the first time ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Good Ground Key To Fruitfulness

Contributed by Jeremias Fababier on May 29, 2012

a good ground is important to have a abundant harvest

TOPIC: GOOD GROUND – KEY TO FRUITFULNESS Text: Mark 4:1-29 vv. 26-29, “26 And He said, the Kingdom of God is like a man who scatters seed upon the ground, 27 and then continues sleeping and rising night and day while the seed sprouts and grows and increases – he knows not how. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hear The Voice

Contributed by Matthew Blau on May 31, 2012

From Psalm 29, When we hear the voice of God we need to act. But we must be careful it is God's voice we are listening to.

Hear the Voice I am amazed at how the Lord puts us where we need to be. This past Wednesday I worked on my sermon and finished the bulletin. And I was struggling with the sermon. On my way home I was still thinking about it and praying about it when I remembered my wife had said I was looking ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 29:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Eating Blood?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 19, 2012

Blood pudding or Kosher?

Scripture: Acts 15:19-20, Leviticus 17:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Commandment To Love Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jun 28, 2012

We are not asked to love. We are commanded.

READ PASSAGE. As we continue on in our study of 2 John, once again God has brought us right back to the subject of loving one another. So here we go again. In verse 1, note the word “ask”. What John is now saying is urgent, it’s an absolute necessity. What is it? ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

Radical Trust Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 2, 2012

Mark wrote nothing by accident in his gospel. Just prior to the arrest of Jesus, he presents a stark contrast between those who think they have it all and those who have nothing. Which group is which? The answer may surprise you.

As we begin this portion of Mark 12, Jesus has just finished his series of debates with the religious leaders. They’re done, but Jesus isn’t. He came to Jerusalem to first proclaim His hostile takeover—retaking for God the thing man had conformed to his own image. He proclaimed ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:38-44

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

O Canada: Glorious And Free Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Jul 3, 2012

God is looking for a generation who will rise up and reclaim the righteous foundations in our nation.

JOURNEY THROUGH THE OLD TESTAMENT #5: GLORIOUS AND FREE VIDEO: God Bless You Canada OPEN: On July 1st we celebrate our nation of Canada’s 145th birthday! (In Canada, this is our Dominion Day. In the United States, they celebrate Independence Day on July 4). CELEBRATE: Today is also our ...read more

Denomination: *other

The High Priestly Prayer

Contributed by Jay Bunting on Jul 2, 2011

Jesus' prayer for us and using our spiritual gifts.

John 17:1-19 : The High Priestly Prayer I was sent this story last week by e-mail: A man went to a barbershop to have his hair cut and his beard trimmed. As the barber began to work, they began to have a good conversation. They talked about so many things and various subjects. When they eventually ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-19

Denomination: Anglican

Beauty In The Eye Of The Beholder

Contributed by Michael Buckingham on Jul 8, 2011

There is beauty in God and His works, all that He does is wonderful, if God gives you a seeing eye, your view on life will be completely different. Read about it here!

Beauty in The Eye of The Beholder The saying, “beauty is in the eye of the beholder” is reported to have first appeared in 3rd century Greek writings, and has found its way into many famous writings throughout history, including the writings of Shakespeare. The concept of the phrase ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4

Denomination: Baptist

The Grandparents Bible Series

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jul 12, 2011

When it comes to religious instruction and example we can see that Jacob gave his grandson’s four important things to remember him by and to help point his grandchildren to the true and living God. You and I can do the same thing today for our Grandchild

The Grandparents Bible Text: Gen. 48 Developed from the study by Ruth & Elmer Towns http://elmertowns.com/books/unpublished/Grandparents/GrandparentsoftheBible%5BETowns%5D.pdf Illustration: A few years ago there was a cartoon that showed a little child stumbling over some stones in the road. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 48:1-22, Genesis 48:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Thanksgiving And Mission

Contributed by Egerton Gbonda on Jul 16, 2011

THANKSGIVING AND OUTREACH

THANKSGIVING AND MISSION Introduction This is a day of thanksgiving as we thank God for the birthday of the church. Birthdays are often times we spend to reflect- giving deep thoughts on the past; perhaps our achievements and challenges. It is also a time we may look at our future- the years ahead ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-32

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Norway: Let God Be Your Strength And Refuge

Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Jul 25, 2011

God is our strength and refuge in the gloomiest moments of our lives. Let’s run to Him for shelter from the storm, and in the case of tragedy, especially so. Pray for those affected in the Norway shootings, that they may find their refuge in God.

Text: Psalm 46 Open with me to Psalm 46. This week, Norway has been ravaged with the shootings of over 90 children at the hands of a madman. Families are shattered, friendships irrecoverable. Though this seemed to be a politically and racially motivated crime, many sources of media call this ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Witnesses And Magnets: Our Role!

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jul 26, 2011

What is it all about this Christianity, blessed with a relationship with God Himself, the creator of the universe. To internalise that and keep it there or could there be more, drawing others into a realtionship with Him could that be it.

Witnesses and Magnets: Our role! This sermon is based on the illustrations and teaching from ‘The Bible’s Big Story - Our Story’ a visual roadmap for the biblical journey, by Dr Harry Wendt. As a lead in, we have used this material as a Bible teaching tool for the last three years, as weekend ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 20:26

Denomination: Salvation Army

Tend Your Heart

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Jul 28, 2011

The remedy for casual worship calls for humility, contrition, and trembling at God's Word.

Presbyterian Manor Wichita Falls, Texas July 28, 2011 TEND YOUR HEART Isaac Butterworth Isaiah 66:1-4 (NIV) 1 This is what the LORD says: “Heaven is my throne, and the earth is my footstool. Where is the house you will build for me? Where will my resting place be? 2 Has not my hand made ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 66:1-4

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed